Adullam
Archaeological Site Biblical site with caves and ancient fortress remains
Adullam appears in biblical texts and today includes caves, archaeological remains and hiking trails west of Jerusalem; visitors come for biblical archaeology and regional walks.
How to Get to Adullam #
Adullam sites are reached from roads south and west of Jerusalem; the nearest modern directions depend on the exact cave or tell being visited. Rental car or guided tour from Jerusalem is the usual approach. Check local access rules and private land boundaries.
Tips for Visiting Adullam #
- Bring sturdy shoes for the rocky trails - several Biblical-era sites in the area have uneven terrain.
- Combine a visit with nearby archaeological sites in the Judean hills for fuller context on the landscape of ancient hideouts and settlements.
Best Time to Visit Adullam #
Best in spring or autumn when inland temperatures are comfortable for walking among ruins and rugged hills.
Weather & Climate near Adullam #
Adullam's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
